What does a Development Approval consist of?

A Development Application must be assessed by Council on the impact of the development which is undertaken against the principles in Council’s Development Plan. This can include assessment of:

Potential impact of development upon adjoining buildings, properties and people

Size, shape, location and layout of new allotments

Impacts to heritage buildings

Appropriateness of certain land uses, dependant on the relevant zoning

Environmental sustainability

Public safety

What does a Building Assessment consist of?

After receiving planning approval, a building approval is typically required. This involves an assessment on the designed buildings to ensure the proposed works meet the Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards.